Leithem Harte
Wakefield,NSN
Summary
Experienced professional with 20+ years in the transport & logistics industry, specializing in chilled, frozen, and ambient product. Skilled transportation business owner proficient in managing and operating a medium-sized business with up to 15 employees.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Linehaul Driver
Mainstream NZ
Stoke, Nelson
09.2023 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks and trailers in a timely manner following all safety protocols.
- Established professional relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service.
- Implemented measures to optimize run quality which improved overall profitability.
Relief Contract Driver
K&M Trucking
Richmond, Nelson
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Performed daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle systems and equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Operated a 6-axle B-Train tractor unit, hauling loads weighing up to 54 tons on the Nelson-Culverdon return route.
Relief Contract Driver
Crate Services Nelson
Hope, Nelson
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Loaded and unloaded pallets and vegetable crates according to delivery instructions.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery times and product availability.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following established company policies and procedures.
Business Owner/Operator
Harte Transport Ltd
Wakefield, Nelson
01.2014 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented business strategies to increase profitability and market share.
- Provided leadership through coaching employees on best practices for problem solving.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Monitored and adjusted inventory levels to optimize sales performance.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed in order to maintain a safe working environment.
- Implemented new technologies into the business model in order to streamline processes.
Education
6th Form Certificate -
Waimea College
Richmond11-1997
Skills
- Customer Service
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Logistics Planning
- Operations Management
- Inventory Control
- Staff Management
- Classes: 1,2,3,4,5,D
- Forklift OSH Certificate
- Cost analysis and savings
- Process Improvement
Affiliations
- Enjoy spending time with my wife and children.
- Huniting and Fishing.
- Keeping fit and active.
- Coaching and playing football.
References
- Nemo (Te Reremoana) Nepe
- Shift Partner Harte Transport Ltd
- 027 823 9312
Timeline
Linehaul Driver
Mainstream NZ
09.2023 - Current
Relief Contract Driver
K&M Trucking
07.2023 - 09.2023
Relief Contract Driver
Crate Services Nelson
06.2023 - 09.2023
Business Owner/Operator
Harte Transport Ltd
01.2014 - 06.2023
6th Form Certificate -
Waimea College
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